Kenny Dalglish is set to rejoin Liverpool as a member of manager Rafael Benítez's backroom staff, according to reports.

The 58-year-old former Liverpool manager and player will have an advisory function with an emphasis on developing young players, Sunday newspaper reports suggested.

The Scot, who managed the club from 1985-1991, would not be involved in coaching the first team. Although the club have made no official announcement, a statement is expected before the end of the season.

Benítez, who recently signed a new long-term deal to remain at Anfield until 2014, is eager to improve the youth structure at Liverpool's academy and Dalglish is keen to be involved, according to sources.

Dalglish won six League titles with Liverpool, leading them to the FA Cup and League double in 1986 as well as three European Cups. He was manager of the club at the time of the Hillsborough disaster in 1989.